Instant Alert: Apple just added a mini touch display on the keyboards of its new laptops — here's what it can do

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   Apple just added a mini touch display on the keyboards of its new laptops — here's what it can do by Jeff Dunn on Oct 27, 2016, 3:22 PM Advertisement Apple has taken the wraps off its new MacBook Pro, and it's ditched the row of physical function keys that's been on every personal computer for decades. In their place, there's the "Touch Bar," a thin touch display that provides different settings and shortcuts based on what you're doing. It looks pretty wild! It's also pretty different. So to give you a sense of how it works, here's a quick look at some of the things you can do.  SEE ALSO: Here's everything we know about Apple's next MacBook Pro The Touch Bar is a multitouch little strip that adjusts dynamically, depending on what app you're using. If you're browsing the web, for instance, it can preview your open tabs. If you're checking your calendar, it can give you shortcuts for each day. RAW Embed   On a system level, you can use it to quickly adjust your volume and screen brightness. RAW Embed   While you're web browsing, you can quickly scroll through your saved favorite sites, then open them with a tap. RAW Embed   See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011